Dubai/Jebel Ali

Jebel Ali is the southern district of Dubai, south of Jumeirah and bordering the emirate of Abu Dhabi to the south.

Get in

Jebel Ali is the end point of the red metro line and has three stations. Sheikh Zayed Road is the backbone and also serves as the road to Abu Dhabi.

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC ^IATA) is Dubai's rapidly expanding second airport As of 2019, it was serving mainly flights from Russia, Saudi Arabia, India and Germany. Most flights land at Dubai International Airport in the Deira area.

See

• 1 Port of Jebel Ali. The world's largest man-made harbour and the biggest port in the Middle East. It was constructed in the late 1970s to supplement the facilities at Port Rashid. It is located thirty-five kilometres southwest of Dubai, in the Persian Gulf. On April 9, 2011 Jebel Ali Port won the Golden Award for Best Seaport Overall from the Higher Committee for UAE Civil Seaports and Airports Security. (updated Oct 2020)

Do

• 1 Jebel Ali Shooting Club. This club has awesome architecture and design. It has wide range of shooting options to practice right from automatic ball trap, Olympic trap, down the line, Olympic skeet to compak sporting. (updated Jun 2019)
• Switch Bowling. A multi-lane bowling section, one of the perfect indoor entertainment venue for families and kids. In addition, it has billiards section, video gaming areas, toddlers' play area and restaurants. 
• Peekaboo!. An ideal place for children below 7 years, for entertaining and creative activities. There is a variety of play equipment, toys and classes for kids. 
• 2 Seawings. Experience live areal views and sightseeing excursions of Dubai's modern skyline and dazzling landmarks. The water-based take-offs and landings further adds greater experience. 1700 UAE. 
• Jetty Lounge. This is an elegant beach lounge that has fantastic drinks. Cozy, but over-crowded during the sunsets. 
• Oasis Town of Dahid. Explore the village, its traditions and the oasis. 
• 3 Dubai Parks & Resorts (Exit 5 off E11 Highway (Sheikh Zayed Road)). 11AM to 7PM. Dubai Parks and Resorts is the Middle East's largest integrated leisure and theme park destination featuring more than 100 rides and attractions, and consists of three theme parks: Motiongate Dubai, Bollywood Parks Dubai, and Legoland Dubai, and one water park: Legoland Water Park. It also encompasses Riverland Dubai, which is a themed retail and dining destination, as well as the Polynesian-themed family resort, Lapita Hotel Dubai. (updated Jul 2021)

Eat

Budget

• Jebel Ali Club, Old Jabel Ali Village, Near Ibn Battuta Mall (Sheikh Zayed Rd), Dubai, ☏ +971 4 884 6628. A good restaurant with relaxing pub, pools, darts, swimming pool and steam rooms. The drink and food is budget friendly. 
• The Kebab Shop, Food Court Area 1, Jafza, Dubai, ☏ +971 4 4409300. Good budget friendly food specialized in British, Pakistani, Indian and Turkish food 

Mid-range

• Kcal Healthy Fast Food, JLT, Block D, ☏ +971 4 447 3844. Healthy fast food and great dining experience. 
• Chicken Tikka Inn, behind Mall of the Emirates, ☏ +971 4 432 7235. Awesome place for great Indian food. 

Splurge

• 1 La Fontana, JA Palm Tree Court, Ground Floor, next to the La Fontana Swimming Pool, ☏ +971 4 814 5555. 06:30-11:00,12.30-23:00. Mediterranean cuisine, generous breakfast buffet, international dishes and a variety of themed dinner buffets, either indoors or on the large outdoor terrace. 

Drink

• 1 Mushref Bar, JA Jebel Ali, Beach Hotel, Jebel Ali, ☏ +971 4 814 5604. 19:00-02:00. Shaded by palm trees with numerous pool bars, entertainment zones and sunbeds. (updated Jun 2019)
• 2 Palmito Pool Bar, JA Palm Tree Court, Jebel Ali, Dubai, ☏ +971 4 814 5555. 18:00-02:00. Swim-up pool bar serving good drinks and refreshments. 
• 3 Sunset Lounge, JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel, Jebel Ali. 08:00-23:00. Great Beverages. 
• Diablo Nightclub Dubai, Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel in Jebel Ali, ☏ +971 4 444 0000. 17:30-01:00. It is a Moroccan Themed lounge that serves cocktails, shisha, teas and coffees. 
• 4 The Bar, Courtyard by Marriott Dubai Green Community, ☏ +971 4 885 2222. 09:00-02:00. Casual lounge with indoor and al fresco seating. It serves beverages, cocktails, light snacks and light dishes. 

Sleep

• 1 Jebel Ali Beach Hotel, Exit 13, Sheikh Zayed Road, Jebel Ali, Dubai, ☏ +971 124 487 3878, toll-free: +971 1800 102 1122. Check-in: 15:00. Pets are not allowed. Speaks Russian, English, German and Arabic. This luxurious resort hotel is located on the Arabian Gulf. It has 1km private beach surrounded by palm trees and sun loungers. All the rooms are bright and stylish and they have fresh air and scenic balcony. (updated Jun 2019)
• Premier Inn Dubai Investments Park Hotel, E311, Dubai 35118, ☏ +971 4 885 0999. This hotel offers, business services, multilingual staff, free wi-fi, Video Conferencing, night clubs, casinos, safe deposit box and swimming pool.